Overview

Children and adults with congenital heart disease need complex, multifaceted care for continued survival and quality of life. Mayo Clinic doctors have extensive experience in treating people with congenital heart disease. Mayo Clinic doctors have been treating all types of congenital heart defects in children and congenital heart disease in adults for more than 60 years. Doctors use the most modern technology and treatment options, including minimally invasive surgical and catheter-based therapies, to provide the best care possible for you or your child.

The staff in the Center for Congenital Heart Disease at Mayo Clinic's campus in Minnesota provides you or your child with advice such as exercise, employability, insurance and pregnancy. Staff also educates you or your child about your heart anatomy, your future health and potential future heart conditions.

Doctors trained in treating children with heart conditions (pediatric cardiologists) evaluate and treat children with congenital heart defects at Mayo Clinic's campus in Minnesota. Doctors trained in congenital heart disease provide care for you or your child from birth to old age.

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Appointments

You may be referred by your primary doctor, or you may make an appointment without a referral.

For appointments or more information about the Center for Congenital Heart Disease at Mayo Clinic's campus in Minnesota, call the Division of Cardiovascular Diseases at 507-284-3994 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central time, Monday through Friday, or complete an online appointment request form.

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